Careers

Animal Keeper – Giraffe

This position is responsible for providing the highest quality care and husbandry of the animals to which they are assigned. We expect our Animal Keepers to support the Zoo in our mission “to be a leader in conservation, captive breeding and animal care; to connect people with wildlife and wild places through experiences that inspire action.” Promotes professional working relationships with both internal and external customers. This position is non- supervisory in nature. Adheres to and supports all organizational policies and procedures and standards. Promotes teamwork! View full job description.
Primary species: African Rift Valley 2, Giraffe

COMPENSATION: $19.62/hour – $22.07/hour
To apply: Please email your cover letter and resume to Kacie Meffley, [email protected]. Job posting closes Monday, November 25, 2024.

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Full-Time Guest Experiences Lead

This position is responsible for leading day-to-day operations of the Guest Experience Department, including admissions, parking, experiences, base, security, and attractions. The Guest Experience Lead will be cross-trained in each of these functional areas and ready to support where needed.

This position works closely with Guest Experience management to ensure proper training, coaching, and work guidance of employees. The Guest Experience Lead must be able to operate effectively in the absence of direct supervision and will provide oversight to staff. The Lead position is responsible for facilitating excellent service to our guests at all times. They adhere to and support all organizational policies, procedures, and standards. The Lead plays an active part in making this a great place to work for our staff. View full job description.

COMPENSATION: $20.40/hour full-time
To Apply: Please visit Indeed.com

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Guest Experiences Team Member

This position is responsible for facilitating excellent service to our guests at all times including, but not limited to, base/reception, parking, admissions, carousel, shuttle, giraffe experience, elephant and rhino feedings, and Sky Ride. The Guest Experience Team Member promotes professional working relationships with both internal and external customers. This position is non-supervisory in nature. The Guest Experience Team Member adheres to and supports all organizational policies and procedures and standards, and promotes teamwork! View full job description.

COMPENSATION: $15 per hour
To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume (both documents are required for consideration) to Guest Services at  [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

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Development Officer

This position is primarily responsible for prospect research activities, donor cultivation, stewardship and solicitation for the Zoo’s capital projects and other fundraising programs. This position is non-supervisory in nature. Adheres to and supports all organizational policies and procedures and standards. Promotes teamwork! View full job description.

COMPENSATION: $25 per hour
To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume (both documents are required for consideration) to Kelley Parker, Director of Development, at  [email protected].  Please type "Development Officer Candidate" in the subject line.  No phone calls, please.

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Post-Graduate Veterinary Technician Program

Congratulations on your decision to pursue a career as a Zoo Veterinary Technician! Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is an excellent place to begin your journey. During the 6 month program, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in zoo wildlife care, working closely with experienced veterinary technicians, zoo veterinarians and zoo keeper staff. After the program, you will be better prepared to be competitive for other zoo veterinary technician positions. Please keep in mind that you may need to move around to find the right job. This program is open to post graduate, credentialed, experienced veterinary technicians only. View full program description and application requirements.

COMPENSATION: Stipend of $1300 at the end of each month.
To Apply: Review required application materials in the program description link for details. Applications close in February for a start date of May (runs May-October), and close in August for a start date of November (runs November-April). Send a resume and letter of interest to [email protected], addressed to Brenda Cordova. No phone calls please.

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Food Service & Retail Positions

(Managed by The SSA Group)

– Barista
– Busser
– Cashier
– Catering Staff
– Concession Stand Supervisor
– Line Cook
– Office Assistant
– Retail Sales Associate
– Warehouse Runner

For more information please contact:
Catering: [email protected]
Retail: [email protected]
All other: Aletha Nylen, Director of Admin Operations – [email protected]

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Adult Volunteers

Have time on your hands? Want to do something worthwhile in an exciting, beautiful setting? Come to the Zoo and volunteer. You’ll be glad you did. Whether you want to help keep our animals comfortable, help children have a wonderful zoo experience, or work in an office, your efforts are needed. More about adult volunteering…

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The Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Institution.